Running Events
10Peaks The Lakes is a non-stop ultra distance race over the The Lake District's best peaks. There are two stunning courses to choose from the classic Long Course at ~73km with a huge ~5600m ascent or a shorter ~48km option both visiting 10 incredible summits! Both have a 24-hour time limit.
Take on the UKs most iconic ultra; 69 stunning miles through the historic Hadrians wall country in a continuous fully supported and way marked adventure.
Your journey will take you from Carlisle Castle to the Gateshead Millennium Bridge over a mixed-terrain route that incorporates both on and off-road sections. There are 69 miles to be conquered in just one day. The Wall awaits.
THE ATMOSPHERE IS ELECTRIC, THE SUPPORT IS AMAZING, THE SCENERY IS BEAUTIFUL, THE CAMARADERIE IS AWESOME A TRUE TEST OF YOURSELF!
Trail Run / Mud Obstacle challenge in Hadrians Wall Country set in the most beautiful setting imaginable. Take part dressed as a Gladiator if you like! Mud, Mud and more Mud!! Cumbria is a challenging place! Hadrian's Wall is built here and you will run through the quarry used to chisel the rock that built Hadrian's Wall.
This race is suitable for everyone. This is thousands of people uniting with one purpose - to raise valuable funds for life-saving research.
Race for Life Pretty Muddy is our brilliant 5k muddy obstacle course. Scramble over the A-frame. Crawl through the mud pit. Have fun with your friends. And raise valuable funds for life-saving research.
This two-day challenge explores 23 miles of Hadrians Wall, the famous World Heritage Site. Our challenge is to follow in the footsteps of the Roman Soldiers and complete the 23-mile walk along the finest, wildest and best preserved sections of the wall.
A flat and fast City Centre started 10km road race utilising some quieter roads to leave the city beofer a looped return.
The event uses a mixture of park paths and quiet country roads which are generally flat or gently undulating. The road surfaces are generally okay. Caution should be taken at all turns, paying attention to marshals wherever necessary. The route is officially measured 10km route using mainly park paths and quiet country roads.
The Run Day will also consist of a 10k and 2k fun run to enable or levels of fitness to take part in what is sure to be a brilliant event.
The Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) was designated in December 1964 in recognition of the quality of its landscape and its significant historic and scientific interest. It stretches from Rockcliffe in the North to Maryport in the South, covering about 115 square kilometers of the Solway Plain. The primary purpose of this designation is to conserve and enhance the natural beauty of the area.
Free yourself from the treadmill and enjoy trail running at its very best, high up in the rough and rugged hills of southern Scotland. Whatever distance you choose, MTAFs routes have got the lot; deserted country roads, stunning hillside single track, open moors and quiet woodland to explore these legendary trail running routes are some of the most picturesque and inspiring trails in Scotland. Naturally carved out by years of animal and shepherd passages, these are as rugged and challenging as they are beautiful and rewarding.
The Vindolanda 10k is a challenging course on local hilly roads starting and finishing at the Roman Fort of Vindolanda near Bardon Mill in Northumberland. Chip timing will be used on this accurately measured route in the heart of handrians wall country. All finishers will receive a medal and an optional race t-shirt is available at extra cost.
The La Sportiva Grand Tour of Skiddaw is an approximately 44 mile fully waymarked ultra trail race taking in the beautiful Northern Lake District with a climb up the mighty Skiddaw at the approximate halfway point, giving a total of 7136 feet of ascent.
The Childrens Cancer Run is coming to Carlisle as part of North of England Childrens Cancer Research Anniversary celebrations. The Childrens Cancer Run is held annually in Newcastle and has raised over 7 million to help fund research into childhood cancers. We are now bringing the event to the North West for the first time.
Fast gaining a reputation as one of the friendliest trail races in the Lakes, each year we see more and more first-time runners, Nordic walkers and families racing alongside seasoned fell-runners. You can choose a 5.7k, 10k or 17k run or you could join the 10k Nordic Walk.
We have always put the money raised by the Grasmere Gallop to good use, investing it back into our conservation work in the Grasmere and Rydal area. This year, were on a mission to save Grasmeres red squirrels.
Make sure to take in all the stunning vistas this route has in abundance. Now in its eighth year, Borrowdale Trail Runs are a classic on the trail race calendar. The courses are a trail runners dream, incorporating everything in terms of scenery and variation of terrain.
A trail marathon incorporating England's highest peak. Based from Keswick the route follows beautiful lakeshore trails, wooded valleys to spectacular high mountain trails, incorporating some of the most dramatic rock scenery in the Lake District.
40km of mountain terrain and 3500m ascent: Scafell Sky Race is played out on technical, single-track trails from start to finish. Its a Lake District journey that will test the speed and endurance of experienced and aspiring mountain runners.
The Lakeland Five Passes Ultra is 32miles and includes 10,000 feet of vertical elevation with no rest as it ascends peak after peak & pass after pass.
An event where everyone can get involved. Come, join in the fun and help raise money for our local schools and charities.
For a great day out for all the family come along to Eden Valley Fun Run and Appleby Rotary 10k at Appleby Sports Hall, Battlebarrow, Appleby, Cumbria, CA16 6XU.
The fun run, which is a 4k route around the pretty market town of Appleby, starts at 10.30am with a warm-up from our local fitness instructor beforehand.
Re-introduced in 2014, Appleby Rotary 10k starts at 12 midday and is a licensed road race with UK Athletics. You will find the race a fast, undulating, one lap course set in the surrounding and picturesque, Eden Valley. All abilities are encouraged to take part.
Trophies are awarded to all the usual categories with medals for all competitors. Additional 100 cash prizes are on offer for winning the race and setting a new course record in both the men's and women's 10k race.
If you're looking for some real excitement, some really technical ground and some really technical hands on rock experience during a race then look no further, we have it all in the Pinnacle Ridge Extreme race. This short, but exceedingly hard race packs a massive punch, weaving its way around the Helvellyn Massif taking in some of the best lines, best scrambles and best descents... what are you waiting for?
The Lowther Lakeland Trail Run starts from the field beside Lowther Castle. This scenic 13 mile route takes runners across Askham Fell and the Lowther Valley. It's a fully marked 13 mile route with about 1400ft of ascent. There are a few short but flattish sections on rough ground, about 3 miles of tarmac, about 2 miles crossing rough pasture, and the rest across mostly open country with grassy and gravel tracks.
Let Open Adventure set you on your journey across the beautiful Lake District!
Soak up your surroundings as you travel from Caldbeck, on the northern edge of the Lakes, to Cartmel, in the south. Your route will take in the summits of Blencathra, Helvellyn and Fairfield before descending to Ambleside and following the western shore of Windermere.
Trail Outlaws are delighted to be able to join forces with RAF Spadeadam and the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund(RAFBF) to give you an out of this world opportunity to take part in a trail half marathon at the historic RAF Spadeadam in Cumbria. Come and take part in this not to be missed event, run around the historic base that was part of the UK's missile project during the cold war.
Starting and finishing at Fitz Park, in Keswick (CA12 4NF), the 5km Derwentwater Sport Trail, 10km Derwentwater Trail Run, 15km Derwentwater Trail Race and 15km Derwentwater Trail Challenge is a circuit along well marked and marshalled footpaths and bridleways, taking in panoramic views of Derwentwater, the surrounding peaks of Skiddaw and Blencathra and the northern fells. Underfoot conditions are generally good for those used to trail running, but expect a bit of everything! The course has no stiles, so there is nothing but the hills and the infamous Glendereterra bogs to break up your rhythm.
A carnival atmosphere is guaranteed for both spectators and competitors, with live music, race commentary, food and drink all available at the start and finish. So, whether you're new to trail running, an experienced athlete, or simply looking for an unforgettable day out in the Lake District, a family-friendly, festival atmosphere and some amazing trail running awaits you!
The Cumbria Way Ultra is a fully waymarked 73 mile trail ultra race which passes through the varied terrain of the beautiful Lake District, giving over 10,000 feet of ascent. The route follows the iconic trail which was first devised in the 1970s by local members of the Ramblers. The Cumbria Way Ultra provides a relatively low-level crossing of the Lake District National Park, following tracks and paths along valleys and over passes in the midst of stunning and varied scenery. It passes Coniston Water, Tarn Hows and Dungeon Ghyll and crosses Stake Pass to Borrowdale, Derwent Water and Keswick. The route continues to Caldbeck passing Skiddaw House and over High Pike, the highest point on the trail. It then follows the Caldew valley to Carlisle.
A ten-mile road race run on scenic rural roads. The race starts & finish at the Brewery, Courtesy of Jennings Brewery.
Dumfries Harriers are delighted to stage the Doonhamer 10k which will start and finish in the beautifully refurbished Dock Park, beside the River Nith in Dumfries. The race will trace the pathways alongside the river and cross the river several times using the Buccleuch Street, Suspension and Kirkpatrick MacMillan Bridge.
The Lakeland Four Passes is a 19 mile circular route with over 5300ft of ascent which starts and finishes at Rosthwaite Village Hall in Borrowdale, at the southern end of Derwent Water.
In 1959 Frank Davies opened the doors to the first outdoor equipment shop in Ambleside, he was told that it would never work. Fast forward 60 years and Brathay are very proud to help The Climbers Shop celebrate their Diamond Anniversary by bringing you the Ambleside Trail 60 event; a 60km trail run through some of the most spectacular scenery the Lake District has to offer.
Britain's 'most beautiful' marathon is back! The course which encircles the shore line of Kielder Water will attract thousands of runners and spectators.
A beautiful, challenging marathon course set in England's most spectacular mountain scenery. The Langdale Marathon has a reputation as the toughest road marathon in the UK. Taking in two laps of the Half Marathon course and reaching gradients of 1:3, this stunning marathon attracts both seasoned runners and a large number people looking for their next challenge.
The route is 10km route using mainly quiet country roads. There will be a water station at 5km and at the finish. The run will finish directly in front of the racecourse grandstand.
This is an officially measured and certified accurate course by the Association of UK Course Measurers
The original 10Peaks event is set in the stunning Lake District National Park, also known as The Lakes. It features large U-shaped valleys, many of which are now filled with Lakes giving the area its name. The Lake District is home to Englands highest peak, Scafell Pike which is 978m above sea level.
Once you've climbed the hill it's easy... A hilly 10k road race from Derwent Athletic Club in Cockermouth.
The 55km Ultimate Trails Challenge is a testing 55km ultra marathon course through some of the most dramatic mountain scenery in the Lake District. The tough, challenging course will certainly live up to its billing as the most picturesque ultramarathon in the UK. The 55km route also includes 3 mountain passes, with 7,000 ft ascent/descent along with 5 memorable feed stations.
The NEW! 23km & 14km Ultimate Trails courses, utilise much of the final section of the 55km course, for those wanting a shorter trail run option
The start and finish arena will be quite a party, with entertainment, food stalls, trade and retail stands and PA commentary.
The course is fully waymarked and marshalled, with well stocked feed stations along the route. There are some great prizes on offer for the Race, and winners prizes in the veteran classes.
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The ultimate test of body and mind in Englands glorious Lake District. Think lush green hills, stretching vistas, dramatic weather and sheep. Lots of sheep. Get your fill of fresh air with our exhilarating run and hike adventure.
Starting and finishing at Jenkins Field (CA11 OUS), on the shores of Ullswater in Glenridding, the NEW! 5km Helvellyn Sport Trail, 10km Helvellyn Trail Run, 15km Helvellyn Trail Race and 15km Helvellyn Trail Challenge follow circuits along well marked and marshalled footpaths and bridleways that take you into the foothills of Helvellyn, with elevated panoramic views of Ullswater, and dramatic vistas of Helvellyn and the surrounding peaks. Underfoot conditions are generally good for those used to off road running but can be tricky in places.
A carnival atmosphere is guaranteed for both spectators and competitors, with live music, race commentary, food and drink all available at the start and finish. So, whether you're new to trail running, an experienced athlete, or simply looking for an unforgettable day out in the Lake District, a family-friendly, festival atmosphere and some amazing trail running awaits you!
The Original Mountain Marathon was created in 1968 to allow those who love the mountains an opportunity to test their abilities.
Although short and sweet this race should not be underestimated. The route is very steep and extremely rough underfoot. Slippery, wet conditions can make the descent treacherous and if the mist is down the ability to navigate is essential. Please also be aware that the road section at the beginning and end will not be closed to cars although it will be marshalled. Runners must take great caution especially when descending at speed and negotiating blind corners.
